Google Bigger Pockets links -Because they fund quickly and don’t care about much outside of the property’s value, unlike a bank.

Vanguard or the other discount brokers will take care of the transfers. 

All we care about the house is that we do not have to do any immediate structural work.  

Plus the interior design you might be referring to could also be the interior design one that appraisers don’t care about and isn’t actually worth more upon resale.

Tread carefully....

We could write an offer that states: “Section one pest clearance” meaning they’re contractually obligated to take care of that issue.

I would be careful raising rents that high that quick, $100 may not seem like a lot however at the current rent it is almost 20% more. the property might need 4 new tenants if they cant afford a 20% instant price increase.

I don’t have a pro membership so I need to be careful with my advice but I have a few things that might be encouraging.

I do recommend in getting a part-time job so you can insure that your living expenses are taken care of while you are learning the game. 

Be careful with what needs to be done on that unit from your inspection and city building inspection officers to ask them if there is anything you have to do that was not expected and budgeted for.